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JAPAN PRIVATE TOUR SPECIALIST

Snowboard In Japan

Naeba Ski Resort Winter

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About Naeba Ski Resort

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Naeba Ski Resort is one of Japan’s most iconic ski destinations, located in Yuzawa, Niigata Prefecture, approximately 2 to 2.5 hours from Tokyo by Joetsu Shinkansen and shuttle bus. Thanks to its convenient access, excellent facilities, and reliable snowfall, Naeba has been a favorite destination for both Japanese and international visitors for decades.

Operated by Prince Snow Resorts, Naeba is renowned for its wide variety of ski slopes, modern lift system, and family-friendly atmosphere. The resort offers terrain suitable for beginners, intermediate skiers, and advanced riders, making it an ideal winter destination for families, couples, and groups of friends.

One of Naeba’s most famous attractions is the Dragondola, Japan’s longest gondola lift at approximately 5.5 kilometers. The gondola connects Naeba Ski Resort with the neighboring Kagura Ski Resort, allowing visitors to enjoy an even larger ski area with a single connected mountain experience.

At the base of the slopes stands the Naeba Prince Hotel, a large ski-in/ski-out resort offering comfortable accommodation, restaurants, cafés, hot springs, ski rentals, and shopping facilities. Guests can step directly from the hotel onto the snow, making it especially convenient for families and first-time visitors.

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Highlights of Naeba Ski Resort

  • Easy access from Tokyo in around 2–2.5 hours
  • Connected to Kagura Ski Resort via the famous Dragondola
  • Excellent ski and snowboard terrain for all ability levels
  • Ski-in/ski-out accommodation at Naeba Prince Hotel
  • Modern gondolas and chairlifts with efficient mountain access
  • Ski schools with English lessons available
  • Equipment rental for skiing and snowboarding
  • Family-friendly snow activities and children’s play areas
  • Beautiful mountain scenery with reliable snowfall throughout winter

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Naeba is also internationally recognized as a venue for FIS Alpine Ski World Cup events, highlighting the quality of its slopes and facilities. During the summer season, the resort transforms into the famous venue for the Fuji Rock Festival, one of Asia’s largest outdoor music festivals.

Whether you’re visiting Japan for your first ski holiday or planning an unforgettable winter adventure, Naeba Ski Resortoffers an outstanding combination of world-class skiing, comfortable accommodation, spectacular mountain scenery, and easy accessibility from Tokyo.

Courses at Naeba Ski Resort

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Naeba Ski Resort features 24 ski and snowboard courses spread across approximately 134 hectares of ski terrain. The resort offers an excellent mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced runs, making it suitable for families, first-time skiers, and experienced riders alike. The longest run stretches up to 4 km, while the highest point reaches 1,789 metersabove sea level.

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Beginner Courses

Perfect for first-time skiers and families, these gentle slopes provide plenty of space to practice basic skiing and snowboarding skills.

  • No. 4 Course – Wide, gentle slope with a maximum gradient of approximately 13°, ideal for beginners.
  • No. 5 Course – Slightly steeper but still beginner-friendly, suitable for building confidence.
  • Takenokodaira Trail – Gentle summit-area course with beautiful mountain views.
  • Dragondola Connection Course – Scenic, easy run leading toward the Dragondola.

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Intermediate Courses

Intermediate skiers can enjoy longer, more varied terrain with rolling slopes and enjoyable carving sections.

  • Large Trail (Daishamen General Trail) – One of Naeba’s signature runs, approximately 2,387 meters long.
  • Waku-Waku Trail – A fun course featuring gentle S-shaped turns through the forest.
  • Challenge Trail – Offers steeper sections for improving technique.
  • Takenokoyama Skyline Trail – Scenic intermediate course with panoramic mountain views.
  • Zig-Zag Trail – A flowing run with enjoyable turns for confident intermediate skiers.

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Advanced Courses

Experienced skiers and snowboarders can challenge themselves on Naeba’s steepest terrain.

  • Splash Bowl – Famous powder run with gradients approaching 39° when snow conditions allow.
  • Men’s Riesen Slalom Trail – Fast, steep course inspired by alpine racing.
  • Women’s Riesen Slalom Trail – Technical run with consistent pitch.
  • Men’s Slalom Trail – Short but very steep, designed for advanced skiers.
  • World Cup Mogul Course – Previously used for international freestyle competitions, featuring challenging moguls.

Course Statistics

  • Total Courses: 24
  • Longest Run: 4 km
  • Maximum Slope: Approximately 39°
  • Difficulty Distribution:
    • Beginner: 42%
    • Intermediate: 25%
    • Advanced: 33%
  • Lifts: 12 (including gondolas and high-speed chairlifts).

One of the highlights of skiing at Naeba is the ability to ride the Dragondola, which connects Naeba Ski Resort with Kagura Ski Resort, allowing visitors to explore a much larger interconnected ski area using compatible lift passes.

Hotels & Resorts in Naeba Ski Resort

Naeba Ski Resort offers a wide range of accommodation options, from ski-in/ski-out hotels and traditional Japanese ryokan to cozy family-run lodges. Whether you’re looking for luxury, convenience, or a more authentic Japanese experience, there are accommodations to suit every type of traveler.

1. Naeba Prince Hotel ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The largest and most famous hotel in Naeba, located directly at the base of the ski slopes.

Highlights:

  • Ski-in / Ski-out access
  • More than 1,200 guest rooms
  • Multiple restaurants, cafés, and bars
  • Indoor and outdoor hot spring (onsen)
  • Ski and snowboard rental shop
  • Ski school and children’s snow activities
  • Convenience stores and souvenir shops
  • Direct shuttle service from Echigo-Yuzawa Station

This is the best choice for families, first-time visitors, and travelers who want maximum convenience during their ski holiday.

2. Oyado Honjin (Traditional Ryokan)

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Oyado Honjin

Address: 378 Mikuni, Yuzawa, Minamiuonuma District, Niigata 949-6212, Japan

Phone: +81257892012

A traditional Japanese ryokan located just a few minutes from Naeba Ski Resort.

Highlights:

  • Traditional Japanese-style rooms
  • Natural hot spring baths (onsen)
  • Authentic Japanese cuisine
  • Quiet and relaxing atmosphere
  • Ideal for couples and travelers seeking a cultural experience

Perfect for visitors who want to combine skiing with a traditional Japanese stay.

3. Naeba Kogen Hotel

Naeba Kogen Hotel

Address: 270-4 Mikuni, Yuzawa, Minamiuonuma District, Niigata 949-6212, Japan

Phone: +81257893222

A comfortable mid-range hotel located close to Naeba Ski Resort.

Highlights:

  • Comfortable Western and Japanese-style rooms
  • Restaurant serving Japanese breakfast and dinner
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shuttle service to the ski resort
  • Good value for families and groups

Ideal for travelers looking for affordable accommodation near the slopes.

4. Sundance Resort Naeba

Sundance Resort Naeba

Address: 469 Mikuni, Yuzawa, Minamiuonuma District, Niigata 949-6212, Japan

Phone: +81257895051

A peaceful resort hotel offering spacious rooms and a relaxing mountain atmosphere.

Highlights:

  • Spacious guest rooms
  • Family-friendly environment
  • Beautiful mountain views
  • Easy access to Naeba Ski Resort
  • Suitable for longer winter stays

5. View Resort Inn Tomiya

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A cozy family-operated hotel located approximately one minute from Naeba Ski Resort.

Highlights:

  • Walking distance to the ski lifts
  • Homemade Japanese meals
  • Family rooms available
  • Warm hospitality
  • Excellent value for skiers and snowboarders.

Which Hotel Should You Choose?

Hotel Best For
Naeba Prince Hotel Families, first-time visitors, ski-in/ski-out convenience
Oyado Honjin Traditional Japanese experience with onsen
Naeba Kogen Hotel Budget-conscious travelers
Sundance Resort Naeba Couples and longer stays
View Resort Inn Tomiya Small groups, families, and value seekers

Most visitors choose Naeba Prince Hotel because it offers direct slope access, extensive facilities, equipment rental, restaurants, and hot springs (all in one location) making it the most convenient base for enjoying a winter holiday at Naeba Ski Resort.

FAQ

This Tour Doesn't cover International Flights.
You Should book these flight yourself. We recommended flights that arrive around / after noon, as you can only check in to your hotel starting 15:00. If your Flight arrive in the morning, we can arrange half day tour with an additional charge of JPY 50,000 per group

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Tour Companion will help you with various things such us preparing tickets, taking pictures, booking a restaurant, navigating unfamiliar places, translating from Japanese to your language, and even providing company and making your private tour more enjoyful and joyful.

However Tour Companion may have less detailed information about regions, culture, and history outside Tokyo, as they might not be local to that specific area. Hence the service more cheaper.

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They can lead you on guided tours of popular tourist destinations, such as historical sites, temples, shrines, museums, and scenic spots. They provide detailed information, share interesting stories, and help you navigate through the attractions.

Local guides can introduce you to unique cultural experiences, such as tea ceremonies, traditional arts and crafts workshops, calligraphy lessons, kimono wearing, or participating in local festivals. They can help you understand the customs and traditions of Japan.

If you don't speak Japanese, a local guide can serve as a translator and help bridge the language barrier during your interactions with locals, restaurant visits, or shopping experiences. They can also help you read signs and navigate transportation systems.

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  • Payment 1 : 25% of the price, at least 60 Days Before Departure
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Which means we can add or remove some parts in itinerary to make it fit your interest better.

Changes could be things like:

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1. More than 30 days before departure: 10% of the total price.
2. More than 20 days before departure: 50% of the total price.
3. Less than 10 days before departure: 100% of the total price.

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Site Reviews

Wiwit, Dira, Shige, Thank you very much for your help and for the tour.

March 2, 2026

Wiwit, Dira, Shige,

Thank you very much for your help and for the tour. I truly enjoyed it, and Dira was very kind and accommodating to my requests. I hope we can work together again in the future. 🙏

Mrs Madison Natalie Yen

We are very grateful for the excellent guidance 👍 Thank you to everyone who helped us. 🙏

January 3, 2026

Mrs. Junita Ujung

“We are very grateful for the excellent guidance 👍

Thank you to everyone who helped us. 🙏

It was very memorable, and Bang Fathan was very kind and helpful. It was so much fun 👍👍👍👍👍 His knowledge about Japan was amazing 👍 ”

Ms. Ananda Viona

“Thank you Mas Fathan and the entire WJ Team for accompanying and assisting us during our trip in Japan 🙏🏻 It was truly an incredible experience. Wishing all the best for all of us. See you in another opportunity and happy new year everyone 🙏🏻🥂🥳 ”

Mr. Juan Erick Simanjuntak

“A huge thank you to Mas Wiwit, Mas Hamit, Bang Evan, Mas Arderis, and Bang Fathan for the trip in Japan. Apologies if there were any mistakes in words or actions. See you again on another occasion. Wishing you success and good health always 🙏😇”

Ms Ananda Viona Simanjuntak

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October 17, 2025

Thank you so much for everything!

Please forgive us if we were a bit fussy or couldn’t always be on time ☺️

Mr. Dedi & Mrs. Fransiska

InsyaAllah, we’ll recommend it to our family and friends 😄😄😄

June 26, 2025

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Alhamdulillah, we really enjoyed how everything was arranged during our time in Japan.

Hopefully, we’ll have the chance to travel with you again soon—

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Mr. Toni Utomo

Wishing continued success for WisataJepang as well! 😊

December 12, 2024

Good evening,

My family and I are very pleased with our experience. There were several highly recommended places, all of which were wonderful.

The driver, Akira-san, and especially Mr. Kim, were exceptionally kind and thoughtful. Even though we couldn’t speak Japanese, they were very caring. To our surprise, Mr. Kim could speak Korean, which I can as well, so communication was seamless.

The driver provided many recommendations, even when the weather was unpredictable. We had so much fun throughout this trip. There was a particularly bad snowstorm on our way to Noboribetsu, but it turned into an unforgettable memory.

Thank you for the excellent preparation and for responding quickly to questions, such as regarding luggage arrangements.

In the future, if we explore another area of Japan, we will definitely come back.

Thank you! 😊

Angel Stephanie